Leeds United have condemned the social media abuse directed at striker Patrick Bamford overnight.
The 29-year-old was the subject of abusive messages and threats after playing for Leeds against Newcastle United on Saturday. Bamford had a penalty saved as Leeds drew 2-2.
Leeds have now released a statement in response: “Overnight Patrick Bamford and his family have received completely unacceptable online abuse including several threats via Twitter.
“The time for this behaviour to stop is now.
“Those making threats do not reflect our fan base and are not welcome at our club.
“We would like to thank all those supporters who have reached out to Patrick and his family to show their support.”
Leeds also issued a fan with a lifetime ban after Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe was confronted in the dugout. A fan was arrested and has subsequently been charged.
Leeds are 18th in the Premier League with two games remaining.
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